Bonalu is a Hindu festival celebrated in the Indian state of Telangana and some parts of Andhra Pradesh. During this festival, Goddess Mahakali is worshiped with offerings of food and other items. Devotees offer Bonalu (cooked rice, jaggery, curd, and other food items) to the goddess as a symbol of gratitude and seek her blessings for the well-being of their families and communities. The festival is marked by colorful processions, traditional music, and dance performances.

Buddhism is an Indian religion based on a series of core teachings attributed to Gautam Buddha. It originated in ancient India as a Shramana tradition between the 6th and 4th centuries BCE, spreading to much of Asia.

1. Manimekalai was composed by Sattanar about 1400 years ago.

2. This epic describes the story of Kovalan and Madhavi's daughter.